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An epic adventure steeped in Hawaiian lore, this enchanting novel explores the connection between our world and that of the spirits of the wood, from bestselling author Nikki Van De Car.

The indigenous people of Hawai'i are known as kanaka maoli, "true people." In the third century, they sailed over…

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1 author picked The Invisible Wild as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I have a thing for nature-based books. Especially when there’s a little magic involved. Nikki Van De Car’s The Invisible Wild is such a beautiful book on the flora, fauna, and legends of Hawai'i. I loved how the story is a wonderful blend of learning to speak up for yourself and for others who have lost their voice with the focus on environmental conservation and importance of preserving traditional stories.

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